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Lot 323: 1890-1910 American Eagle Federal Union 13 Star Shield Brass Convex Glass Frames
2026-11-07T15:00:00Z
Start price: $30
Estimated price: $200 - $400
Lot 323:
1890-1910 American Eagle Federal Union 13 Star Shield Brass Convex Glass Frames
Description
Fine pair of American late Victorian to early 20th century oval portrait frames, distinguished by their brass construction and ornate patriotic cresting. Each frame is crowned with a highly detailed integral spread-wing American eagle perched atop a classic Federal-style Union shield, featuring hand painted red stripes beneath a 13 star blue field header. The crest is elegantly integrated with a flowing ribbon scroll interwoven with delicate draped laurel branches cascading down upper rim. The frames retain their original, highly desirable bowed convex (bubble) glass, enclosing two beautifully preserved sepia-toned charcoal civilian portraits of a gentleman and lady in formal 19th century attire. Measuring approx. 21 7/8" tall by 14" wide original chain link support hangers. In good age appropriate condition with some gilt losses and water damage to bottoms of portraits, see photos.
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